Vbs

First Christian Church, at 1345 Potomac Ave. in Hagerstown, will hold its Vacation Bible School July 25 to 29, from 5:45 to 8:15 each evening. The theme this year is "SonQuest Rainforest" and is intended for those ages 3 to fifth grade. The school costs $5 per child. The event will include Bible study, snacks, games, music, crafts and other activities for children. For more information, call 301-733-0144.

A vacation Bible school will be held at Washington Square United Methodist Church Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The one-day event will be held in conjunction with its sister church, St. Matthew's. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from noon to 12:30 p.m. The event will include a Bible lesson, crafts, music and recreation with the theme "Wildwood Forest. " Classes will be for those ages prekindergarten through sixth grade. The church is at 538 Washington Ave. in Hagerstown.

A vacation Bible school will be held at Washington Square United Methodist Church Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The one-day event will be held in conjunction with its sister church, St. Matthew's. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from noon to 12:30 p.m. The event will include a Bible lesson, crafts, music and recreation with the theme "Wildwood Forest. " Classes will be for those ages prekindergarten through sixth grade. The church is at 538 Washington Ave. in Hagerstown.

St. John's Episcopal Church will hold its annual vacation Bible school from July 15 to 19 in the church education building. The theme is “Sky - All Things Are Possible With God!” VBS will begin with supper at 5:30 p.m., followed by classes from 6 to 8 p.m. The school will include a Biblical storyteller, an imagination station, games and crafts. Classes are targeted for those ages 3 to adult. The church is at 101 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown. For more information, call 301-733-2560.

Second Christian planning VBS Join the Second Christian Church at its vacation Bible school Aug. 11 to 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. This year the theme is "Son World Adventure Park. " There will be crafts, games, bible stories and snacks. All are welcome. Women's Day Mark your calendars on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 3:30 p.m. for Second Christian Church's Annual Women's Day program - 100 Women in White. The special guest speaker will be Minister Geneva Conway, St. Stephen's Missionary Baptist Church.

Zion Baptist plans VBS Zion Assembly of God, at 13814 Village Mill Drive in Maugansville, will host its vacation Bible school next week. The event will be Monday through Friday, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Bring your children, ages 5 to 10, to enjoy "Cosmic City: Explore the Awesome Wonder of God. " For more information, call 301-739-3888. Happy birthday Tyler Scadden of Maugansville will celebrate his third birthday on Aug. 5. Share your news about events in area Any birthdays, anniversaries, achievements, funny events that we can share with our readers would be greatly appreciated.

Way to go, Patsy For 34 years, she has been a school bus driver in and around Hancock. With the close of school this month, Patsy Moats has retired from the duties she executed so faithfully for so long. Patsy says she has thoroughly enjoyed all of her years of service and will miss the children greatly. She plans to serve as an occasional substitute driver during the coming school year. Patsy, we salute you. VBS starts Monday Hancock United Methodist Church hosts its annual Vacation Bible school beginning Monday evening.

o Read more Harry Nogle columns at washingtoncountyliving.com Salem Methodist to offer Camp EDGE Bible school Salem United Methodist Church of Keedysville will offer Camp EDGE for ages preschool through preteen July 13 to 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. This Bible school is not your typical stroll through the woods. It's an action-packed, adrenaline-filled expedition that teaches kids their strength and might come from God. It is taught through contemporary music, recreation games, science activities, extreme sports videos and crafts.

St. John's Episcopal Church will hold its annual vacation Bible school from July 15 to 19 in the church education building. The theme is “Sky - All Things Are Possible With God!” VBS will begin with supper at 5:30 p.m., followed by classes from 6 to 8 p.m. The school will include a Biblical storyteller, an imagination station, games and crafts. Classes are targeted for those ages 3 to adult. The church is at 101 S. Prospect St., Hagerstown. For more information, call 301-733-2560.

During the recent Memorial Day observance, Trinity Lutheran Church offered a Litany for Veterans. Many veterans in the congregation wore their uniforms to church on May 27. The service was held to honor those who sacrificed their lives in defense of our country. Fundraiser held to benefit St. Jude Mount Nebo Christian Preschool recently held a trikeathon to raise money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Participants pedaled their hearts out for a great cause. Brooke Mellott, 4, raised $580.

First Christian Church, at 1345 Potomac Ave. in Hagerstown, will hold its Vacation Bible School July 25 to 29, from 5:45 to 8:15 each evening. The theme this year is "SonQuest Rainforest" and is intended for those ages 3 to fifth grade. The school costs $5 per child. The event will include Bible study, snacks, games, music, crafts and other activities for children. For more information, call 301-733-0144.

Haven Lutheran Church, 1035 Haven Road, will host its Vacation Bible School July 26 to 30, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The theme this year is "Sail the High Seas. " There will be a light supper. Be prepared for a fast-paced program as there is much to charter. The event is free to all youth, from 3 years of age to fifth grade. To register, call 301-733-5056 or drop by the church office. The church is on Haven Road off Pennsylvania Avenue.

o Read more Kristy Smith columns at washingtoncountyliving.com School's out cookout For youngsters entering grades four through new grads, a school's out cookout will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church in Boonsboro on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. Library news The Boonsboro Free Library will offer the following programs: o "Our Amazing Sun" and solar observation will be presented by Mike Sager on Saturday....

A vacation Bible school will be held at Washington Square United Methodist Church Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held in conjunction with its sister church, St. Matthew's. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from noon to 12:30 p.m. The event will include a Bible lesson, crafts, music and recreation with the theme "Wildwood Forest. " Classes will be for those in prekindergarten through sixth grade. The church is at 538 Washington Ave. in Hagerstown.

A vacation Bible school will be held at Washington Square United Methodist Church Saturday, Aug. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The one-day event will be held in conjunction with its sister church, St. Matthew's. Breakfast will be served from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and lunch from noon to 12:30 p.m. The event will include a Bible lesson, crafts, music and recreation with the theme "Wildwood Forest. " Classes will be for those ages prekindergarten through sixth grade. The church is at 538 Washington Ave. in Hagerstown.

o Read more Harry Nogle columns at washingtoncountyliving.com Salem Methodist to offer Camp EDGE Bible school Salem United Methodist Church of Keedysville will offer Camp EDGE for ages preschool through preteen July 13 to 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. This Bible school is not your typical stroll through the woods. It's an action-packed, adrenaline-filled expedition that teaches kids their strength and might come from God. It is taught through contemporary music, recreation games, science activities, extreme sports videos and crafts.

Way to go, Patsy For 34 years, she has been a school bus driver in and around Hancock. With the close of school this month, Patsy Moats has retired from the duties she executed so faithfully for so long. Patsy says she has thoroughly enjoyed all of her years of service and will miss the children greatly. She plans to serve as an occasional substitute driver during the coming school year. Patsy, we salute you. VBS starts Monday Hancock United Methodist Church hosts its annual Vacation Bible school beginning Monday evening.